Karnataka Issues Health Alert: Brain-Eating Amoeba Risk for Sabarimala Pilgrims - Safety Measures Explained

Nov 19, 2025 12:53 am CST

Karnataka has issued a critical health advisory for Sabarimala pilgrims following cases of brain-eating amoeba (Naegleria fowleri) in Kerala. The advisory urges pilgrims to take specific precautions when bathing in freshwater sources and to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms like fever, headache, or confusion after water contact.